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IR.VI.B.S14FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Skills

Transition to a normal landing approach (missed approach for seaplanes) only when the a...

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Transition to a normal landing approach (missed approach for seaplanes) only when the airplane is in a position from which a descent to a landing on the runway can be made at a normal rate of descent using normal maneuvering.

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The applicant exhibits the skill to: Transition to a normal landing approach (missed approach for seaplanes) only when the airplane is in a position from which a descent to a landing on the runway can be made at a normal rate of descent using normal maneuvering.

FAA references

  1. IPH ch. 4 (p. 4-37) — FAA-H-8083-16B
  2. 14 CFR 91.175 (Takeoff and landing under IFR.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
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